Flying from London to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to start your journey from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Mogadishu International Airport is located in Mogadishu. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is three hours ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to MGQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from London to MGQ departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Work a stopover into your journey at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) out of London Gatwick Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
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London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel more relaxed and effortless. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a flight ticket from London to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) stopping at Dubai Airport (DXB).
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early London to Mogadishu International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
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How to find the cheapest flights from London to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Currently, ج.م. 20,557 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Mogadishu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 36,527. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to MGQ, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from London to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Mogadishu based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your London to MGQ flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mogadishu, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Mogadishu International Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 28ºC.
More about Mogadishu
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Your visit to Mogadishu wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that should be on your list include Liido Beach Somalia, National Museum of Somalia and Lighthouse.
Explore more of Somalia
You've visited Mogadishu, now it's time to explore other parts of Somalia. Travel around 225 kilometres north-west to Baidoa to check off its leading sights. From Masjid Jama to Baidoa City Park and Beeraha Carabta, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Next stop? Travel to Buurhakaba. It's about 161 kilometres north-west of Mogadishu and features highlights including Buur Hakaba Central Mosque and Buur Xakaba.
